So...landscaping w plats that detract from the exterior may be a less expensive alternative...but without pics, its hard to say.

And I've got a nice landscaped yard with a firepit, and dog run for them...

Anybody have experienced this issue before who could shed some lights?

Hello,A tennant of mine suddenly needs to move out and I am going to be left replacing the kitchen cabinets, carpets, and some light paint.

No landscaping problems are irrevocable.

I know Greg your a smart dude so I wont insult you in explaining why in the US a FHA offer is not one to take over a cash offer even if its a few bucks light.

For reconnection : you'll want to make sure the A) gas valve is working well B) the thermocouple is working well & sending signal to pilot without effort C) the igniter is working well OR, the tenant can reasonably easily reach in with a match or BBQ lighter to light the pilot.

In light of that $650 seems reasonable if your units are updated, clean and frankly somewhere you'd live without thinking twice about it. 

(Hmmm…I think a “light bulb” just went off for me here…)I believe you’re right that really we can’t convince anyone.

The seller told us, the house needs EVERYTHING, from roof, kitchen, bathroom, floor, wall, ceiling, lights, lawn, doors, it's pretty much a big rehab.